Allowed in EU

Quaternium-18 Bentonite

A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Quaternary ammonium compounds, bis(hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, salts with bentonite

What does it do?

Quaternium-18 Bentonite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Quaternium-18 Bentonite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Quaternium-18 Bentonite?

Quaternium-18 Bentonite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, bis(hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, salts with bentonite

Is Quaternium-18 Bentonite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Quaternium-18 Bentonite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Quaternium-18 Bentonite do in cosmetic products?

Quaternium-18 Bentonite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.

What is the CAS number of Quaternium-18 Bentonite?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Quaternium-18 Bentonite is 68953-58-2 / 1340-69-8.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010